I deeply admire the work this woman has put into building the business with her partner. Especially as a mother of two. Not only do I wholly resonate with what they do and stand for, but the courage it takes to follow through on such an endeavor is remarkable. Reset the frame. Don’t get too much, Nicholas.

The interview ends and the businesswomen set up their mobile shop and display. Impressive. Sequoia supervises Natoma and Alora as they play with other children and run around Lower Bidwell Park. Panning shot across the array of products. A few people arrive to attend the workshop; not as many as we would prefer, but better than none. Rachel immediately greets and engages them.

Still shot of conversation.

At some point, the businesswomen lead the participants on a walk through the park to teach them how to identify some local plants. Action. Rachel picks some wild berries and consumes some. The others follow suit. After more conversation, the group returns to the park entrance. That’s a wrap.

The evening draws to a close as Rachel catches up with her partner. I go on a short walk with Natoma, then Alora. I feel like part of the family. Darkness comes, and the stars eventually appear. I gaze at them for awhile, envisioning scenarios in which my “plan” changes drastically and I spend more time back home intentionally.

The more I think about it, the more right it feels.

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” – Helen Keller